Basholu Kalan - Kasauli, Solan
Basholu Kalan is a village situated in the Kasauli tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Kotla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basholu Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basholu Kalan is 021648. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.8 hectares and falls under the 173209 pincode. Dagshai is the nearest town.
Basholu Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basholu Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Basholu Kalan village had a total population of 67 people, including 36 males and 31 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.36%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 87.10%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 6 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Basholu Kalan
Basholu Kalan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Basholu Kalan
Basholu Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Basholu Kalan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Basholu Kalan is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basholu Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basholu Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basholu Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basholu Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Basholu Kalan
Where is Basholu Kalan located?
Basholu Kalan village is located in Kasauli Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basholu Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Basholu Kalan is Kotla.
What is the pincode of Basholu Kalan?
The pincode of Basholu Kalan is 173209.
What is the population of Basholu Kalan?
Basholu Kalan had a total population of 67, including 36 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Basholu Kalan?
Basholu Kalan had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basholu Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basholu Kalan was 86.36%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 87.10%.